Remembering Dewi 'Pws' Morris: A Celebration of His Music and Legacy

Last night's special concert, Nwy yn y Nen, at the National Eisteddfod Maes, was a tribute to the late Dewi 'Pws' Morris, a beloved actor, singer, and comedian. Friends and family gathered to remember his life and music, with many wearing his signature red neckerchief. Dewi's widow, Rhiannon, spoke fondly of her husband's love for his music and his spirit, saying he would have been thrilled to see his songs being celebrated.

Key Takeaways:

• Dewi 'Pws' Morris passed away at the age of 76 after a short illness, just a few days after last year's National Eisteddfod.
• A special concert, Nwy yn y Nen, was held to remember Dewi and sing some of his most popular songs, including Lleucu Llwyd and Nwy yn y Nen, which won the Can i Gymru (Song for Wales) contest in 1971.
• Dewi was the lead singer of the pioneering group Y Tebot Piws and later formed Wales' first supergroup, the rock band Edward H Dafis.
• He composed many songs, including Lleucu Llwyd, one of Y Tebot Piws's most popular songs.
• Rhiannon, Dewi's widow, said that the idea for the concert came from his friends shortly after his passing and was organized by Cleif Harpwood and Mei Gwynedd.
• Singer Meinir Gwilym performed at the concert and spoke fondly of Dewi, saying he was always enthusiastic about what they were doing and would often attend their gigs.
• Dewi's songs continue to be played on the radio and bring warmth and joy to those who hear them.

Statistics:

• Dewi 'Pws' Morris passed away at the age of 76.
• Nwy yn y Nen won the Can i Gymru (Song for Wales) contest in 1971.
• The concert, Nwy yn y Nen, was a tribute to Dewi's life and music.
• Cleif Harpwood and Mei Gwynedd organized the concert.
• Meinir Gwilym performed at the concert and spoke fondly of Dewi.

Sources:

• "His widow, Rhiannon, said Dewi would have loved the idea of a concert celebrating his music. 'He would've been thrilled!' she said. 'He might not have understood why people were singing his songs, but he would've seen it as a great honour. He'd also love knowing he wasn't expected to perform - just sit back and enjoy.'" - [1]
• "Dewi Pws was the lead singer of the pioneering group Y Tebot Piws. Later, with Hefin Elis, he helped form Wales' first supergroup - the rock band Edward H Dafis." - [2]
• "Rhiannon said the idea for the concert came from Dewi's friends shortly after his passing. 'Cleif Harpwood suggested it first, and I thought it was a great idea. He went ahead and organised everything. Mei Gwynedd chose the songs and who would perform them,' she said." - [3]
• "Meinir Gwilym, one of the performers, said: 'I got to know Dewi Pws over the past five years. He often came to Pedair gigs and, being Dewi, he had to crack a few jokes - but he was always enthusiastic about what we were doing. That gave us joy and confidence.'" - [4]